Dust and buildup on the antenna? No problem!

Always reliable measurement, even with buildup and deposits

VEGAPULS 69 is designed specifically for level measurement of bulk solids. Even in dusty conditions, it always provides precise readings. Dust in the silo or buildup on the antenna have no effect. This radar sensor also features unrivalled focusing at a frequency of 80 GHz. Simply world-class!

Focusing on the essentials

VEGAPULS 69 operates with a transmission frequency of 80 GHz and an antenna aperture of 75 mm. A beam angle of just 4° is achieved with this, making measurement more certain and reliable. The focused 80 GHz beam simply avoids any internal installations and buildup on the vessel wall.

Your benefit

A radar beam with 26 GHz also reflects from fixtures, struts and buildup. A radar beam with 80 GHz reflects only from the measured medium.

Detecting very small signals reliably

VEGAPULS 69 sets new standards. Because of its large dynamic range, it can measure even the tiniest of reflected signals. This ensures even better measurement certainty and reliability for media with good reflective properties – such as coal, ore or rocks.

Your benefit

Broader range of applications for all bulk solids, regardless of their reflective properties

Universal measuring method thanks to the large dynamic range

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Performance reserves included

The measuring range is an indication of the performance capability of the entire system. Due to its particularly good signal focusing and high dynamic range, VEGAPULS 69 can detect poorly reflecting bulk solids reliably, even at a distance of 120 m.

Your benefit

High performance over small measuring ranges

Ideal for very high tanks or silos

Up to 120 m for level or distance measurement

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Applications

Cement silo

Level and pressure measurement and point level detection in cement silos

Before further processing, the cement is stored in tall silos. The cement is transported both in and out of the silo via pneumatic conveying. Efficient storage and transport of the product is ensured by accurate level measurement and point level detection, as well as also monitoring the pneumatic conveying system pressure.

Reliable

Reliable measurement ensures a continuous supply of raw material

Cost effective

Optimal stocks enable continuous production

User friendly

Maintenance-free operation

Measuring task

Level and pressure measurement, point level detection

Measuring point

Silo

Measuring range up to

50 m

Medium

Cement

Process temperature

-40 … +50 °C

Process pressure

0 … 0 bar

Special challenges

Strong dust generation, buildup

Silos for bulk solids

Level measurement and point level detection in silos

In the chemical industry, many different kinds of bulk solids are produced or used as raw materials. To ensure reliable measurement of silo contents, many factors must be considered: different bulk densities, abrasive properties, dust generation and the requirements of explosion protection. Implementation of the most suitable level sensors ensures optimal production planning and reliable logistics for the finished products.

Grain silo

Level measurement and point level detection in the grain silo

Barley is stored in malt houses in silos up to 20 metres high before it is processed into malt for production of beer. Filling the silos generates a lot of dust and the material cone geometry constantly changes during the filling and emptying process. A reliable indication of the level ensures the smooth operation by sending signals corresponding to the level or possible limit levels of the grain.

Reliable

Reliable measurement independent of the medium

Cost effective

Better utilisation of silo capacity and product through reliable measurement